Passed away peacefully at Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital on Monday, September 13, 2021 of Lobo, at the age of 59. Cherished daughter of Donna (Noyes) and the late Ken Peterson (2002). Dearest sister of Marilyn and Carl Haines, and Mary Peterson and Rob Essery. Proud aunt of Gordon Haines, Christa and Ron Sheridan, Tracy and Arthur van Gameren, and Jason Essery.
Karen loved life out in the country and being on the farm. She will be remembered for her love of all animals, especially raising her Angus cattle and horses. Karen will be sorely missed by her dog Mykah, and her horses Aries, Czoe, and Dan.
The family wishes to thank Andrew and Hayley, the VON for their ongoing care, the staff at the LHSC Cancer Clinic, the staff at Foodland in Komoka, and all of her friends and family for their support, care and compassion.
Keeping with Karen’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private family graveside service will be held at St. George’s Anglican Cemetery on Saturday, September 18th at 10 AM.
Donations to VON Elgin Middlesex, or the Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital Foundation.
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Betty Nicholson
Donna and Family. Was so sad to read the news of Karen. We moved away from Arva many years ago but think of Karen frequently. I was trying to reconnect with her and hopefully visit this summer. It was our love of horses that brought us together and contributed to many good times.
Please know that we feel your sadness and loss.
Sincerely
Betty, Larry, Tamara and Amy Nicholson
Debbie Heffernan
Marilyn and Carl, and family,
So sorry to hear of your sister’s passing…too young.
Debbie (Nixey) Heffernan
Dennis and Shirley Hokansson
Donna, Marilyn and Mary.
We are thinking of you at this difficult time. Karen was a good neighbour and friend and we will miss her.
Anne & Kevin Snyder
Deepest sympathies to you Mary and Rob.
We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Jane and Rene
Mary , Rob and Jason,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your sister and aunt. Sending hugs to you all!
Trisha Lindsay
I enjoyed talking to Karen at Foodland, she always had something interesting or witty to say.
I’m very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.
Pete and Elaine Kosi
Our sincere condolences to Donna and family.
We are so sorry to hear about Karen.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Cherish all the wonderful memories .
Ross McLachlan
So sorry to hear of Karens passing. She was a good neighbour and we have alot of good memories from Ivan church and singing in the choir.
Stuart Ross and Kathy McLachlan and family.
Kathy Baker
Aunt Donna, as we talked the other night and shared stories of Karen, I remembered so many fun times and laughter with you and Karen. She had such a love and passion for the farm, her cows, horses and Myka I enjoyed the comical stories she shared with me about her animals. She had a sense of humour like no other but also a passion for life and nature many of us could learn from. Even as we shared messages these last few months she continued to share funny things about her “animal” family. Karen will be truly missed by all those whose lives she touched and truly loved her. Our love, sympathy and prayers to you, Marilyn and Carl, Mary and Rob and families. Karen’s generosity, compassion and love of life was a quality we should all share in this world Love Doug and Kathy
Dave & Karin Roger
Mary, Rob and family our sincere condolences on your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts. Dave and Karin.
John van Vliet
Our deepest sympathy Mary, Rob and extended family.
John & Dee
Allan and Patty Case
Mary, Rob, Jason and family.
Our sincere condolences. Cherish the many wonderful memories.
Barnes Family
In todays world good character is to be cherished. Karen resonated with character. Her many qualities such as kindness, laughter and hard work were to be admired. Her twist of opinion was stated with certainty and embraced by those who had the priveledge to know her. She will be missed.
Sheila Jackson-Elder
Jason and family,
Please accept our sincerest condolences for the loss of your Aunt Karen. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Always here for you.
Paul, Sheila, Jeff, Adam, Sam
Mike and Nancy Flynn
Our sincere condolences to Rob, Mary, Jason and all of Karen’s family. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. Karen sounds like someone we would have enjoyed knowing . May you be comforted by many good memories.
Dale &Linda Froats
Mary and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss.
Pam Benoit
Mary, Rob and Jason…..deepest sympathy to you in this time of loss.
Wayne and Nancy Denham
Mary, Rob and Jason, we are sorry to hear of the passing of your sister. You have been in my thoughts this week. We will get together soon for a visit.
Muriel Taylor
Sorry for your loss Mary, Rob and Jason and family of your sister and aunt.
With sympathy!
Shannon (Ross) Dagnall
My deepest sympathy for your loss of Karen. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Aunt Donna, Mary and Rob, and Marilyn and Carl.
I will always remember the fun times on the farm with her showing us around when we were little.
Sending you all love and hugs.
Live Shannon (Ross) and Jason Dagnall.
❤❤❤❤
Lynda Denham
Deepest sympathies Mary & Rob
Ron Alexander and the staff of Komoka Foodland
Karen will be greatly missed by all the staff and I truly enjoyed hearing the stories she had about her animals
RIP Karen
Ken and Glenda McLellan
Mary, Rob and Family, So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers with you and your family. Glenda and Ken.
Heike Nippa
Karen was great fun when we sang in the Choir… I am so sorry for your loss.
Heike
Sue Willert
To the Peterson family
I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss our weekly chats about what
was happening on the farm and these last few months as she fought
a courageous fight with her illness.
RIP Karen
Sue Willert
Mary Draisey
Mary , Rob and Jason
Sending my condolence in the loss of your sister, sister-in-law and aunt. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Hold all the good times and memories close at this difficult time.
Barbara Ceglarski
Dear Donna and Family we are so very sorry for your loss, a loss that is shared with your neighbors. We will remember Karen riding her tractor, watching her raise her newest additions of Angus cattle and when she had time riding her horse. You remain in our thoughts and prayers
EDWARD and Barb
Debbie McFadden
I’m so very sorry to hear of Karen’s passing. My deepest condolences.
Brent Caslick
Dear Mary, Rob & Jason:
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your sister/sister-in-law/aunt. My deepest sympathy to you, your Mom, Marilyn and family. May the happy memories you cherish, carry you through this sad time.
Alexa Graham
I am so sorry for your loss. Karen and I became friends through working at no frills together. We always had good chats and enjoyed having a good meal together. I’m happy I had the privilege to know her. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Rest in peace Karen.
Paul Pavkeje
Mary,Rob and Jason
My condolences on the loss of your sister. Thinking of you at this difficult time
Paul Pavkeje
Antje and Jeff Giles
We loved getting to know Karen at Jr. Farmers many years ago. We are sending our condolences. Blessings of comfort and peace to those who mourn this deep loss.
Glenda McLellan
So sorry to hear about Karen. You and Karen seemed to be very close. I hope you have a lot of fond memories to help you through this . I will always remember horses came first even at your wedding. Take care ; Glenda & Ken.
Cathy Cade
Mary so very sorry on the loss of your sister. Sending warm thoughts your way.
Doug Hocking and Kate Monk
Dear Mary, Rob and Jason: Our sincere condolences to you at this sad time. How special it is to be a person in love with the countryside, dogs and horses. Take good care, Doug & Kate
Don and Norah Rows
Our condolences to Donna and family. Karen was a hard worker, a good neighbour and friend to many in our community. She had a positive attitude and was particularly passionate about her livestock, horses, dog and farm. We will miss Karen and her interesting farm sagas.
Bob and Barb Noyes
We send our love to Aunt Donna, Marilyn and Carl, Mary and Rob in the loss of a much loved daughter and sister. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cherish those memories and remember all of those good times with Karen.
Darlene Lightfoot
Dear Mary , Rob and Jason: please accept my condolences on the loss of a sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Please extend my condolences to your Mom and family. May she rest in peace.
Gwyn Griffiths
My deepest sympathy to you, Donna and to your family – I will miss my neighborly roadside chats with Karen- So sorry for your loss
Earl and Laura Thomson
Mary,Rob and Family . Our thoughts
And prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Rev. Dr. Sheila Macgregor
Dear Mary, Rob and Jason,
We are so deeply sorry to learn of the passing of your dear sister and aunt. Please know that we keep you all close in prayer at this sad time.
Blessings, Sheila and Richard Macgregor and family
Ray & Judy Mills
Donna, Mary, Rob, Jason and Marilyn and family;
Please accept our very deepest condolences. We were so saddened to hear of Karen’s illness. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Karen Windsor & family
Dear Mary,Rob and Jason and to all the family. We are so very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your memories.
Kerri-Ann Ross
So sorry to hear of this. Praying that you all can find peace in your cherished memories of Karen. Sending hugs to the whole family.
– Kerri-Ann (Ross) & Jim Ford, Delaney, Ethan & Aiden
James A Walsh
Donna and family you have my condolences for Karen. My thoughts and prayers will be with you at this time and further also. James A Walsh
Glenn & Sharleen Phillips
Donna and Family
So sorry to hear of Karen’s passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time
Andrea Martin
I am so very sorry …..
Dianne Skinner
To Mary & Rob and the Peterson family : So sorry for the loss of your sister and daughter you are are in my thought and prayers
Angel and Marty Peterson
We know words can’t take away the hurt you’re feeling, but we want you to know how much we care. Sending love and strength in this time of loss to Aunt Donna, Marilyn & Carl and Mary & Rob and families.
Ron and Linda McRae
Dear Mary & Rob,
We wish to extend our condolences to you and your extended family at the loss of your sister, Karen.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Sincerely,
Ron & Linda McRae
Sharon Crawford Mackay.
Rest In Peace my friend. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Verla Schmidt
Dear Donna,
I send my sincere sympathy to you and your family. Karen and I became friends with the farm bookkeeping, and I will miss her and her visits. The homemade cookies from you were always a highlight of those visits.
You will certainly miss her, and you are in my prayers.
Your friend, Verla
Sue Latta
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with Donna and with Karen’s family and friends at this difficult time.
Allison Smith
Donna and family. I am sending condolences. She was a huge part of my youth, we shared our love of horses and animals in general. I will always remember our time together. RIP Karen. Until we ride again.